Recognized internationally as a home for creation, innovation, and inclusion, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet company, BalletX, inspires human connection through extraordinary dance experiences. Hailed as an “epicenter of creation” by Dance Magazine and a “place of choreographic innovation” by The New Yorker, the trailblazing company makes its Harris Theater debut with a groundbreaking program that expands the vocabulary of ballet.

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Mixed Repertoire

Harris Theater

Experience the incredible influence and beauty of cultural belonging and family traditions with CULTURE CHRONICLES. Our second series concert propels composers both living and past into the spotlight, providing an intimate peak into how their cultural heritage inspires their musical storytelling. Guest Conductor Vinay Parameswaran joins the Sinfonietta, having collaborated with Music Director Mei-Ann Chen to bring audiences a program that contemplates ancestry, homelands and guiding spirits.

Culture Chronicles

Roosevelt University

North Central College

Rediscover the magic of Dickens’ classic with a fresh, heartwarming adaptation that “makes you believe kindness can win” (Chicago Tribune). Follow Ebenezer Scrooge, a wealthy businessman whose disdain for the holidays is transformed on a fateful Christmas Eve. Directed by Jessica Thebus and featuring a “first-rate cast and marvelous staging” (Chicago Sun-Times), this beloved tale remains “the best Christmas story ever told” (Time Out Chicago).

A Christmas Carol 2024

Goodman Theatre

### Event Description: An Evening Conversation with Ina Garten

**Event Title:** An Evening Conversation with Ina Garten

**Date and Time:** Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 7:30 PM

**Location:** Auditorium Theatre

**Ticket Price:** Starting at $60.00

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an intimate and engaging evening with Ina Garten, the beloved Food Network personality, bestselling author, and cultural icon known as the Barefoot Contessa. Ina Garten will be live onstage to discuss her remarkable journey, as detailed in her highly anticipated memoir, "Be Ready When the Luck Happens," set to be published in October 2024 by Crown / Penguin Random House.

**Event Highlights:**
- **Personal Stories:** Ina will share inspiring and entertaining stories from her life, including her transition from a bureaucratic job in Washington, DC, to becoming the owner of a specialty food store in the Hamptons, and eventually a celebrated television host and author.
- **Memoir Insights:** Attendees will get an exclusive look into the themes of her new memoir, covering her childhood, her marriage to Jeffrey, and her rise to culinary fame.
- **Pre-Signed Books:** Designated seats in the Price Level 1 and Price Level 2 sections include a pre-signed copy of Ina’s new book. Hovering over the seat in Ticketmaster.com will show which seats include the book.
- **Host:** The evening will be hosted by Maile Carpenter.

**Additional Information:**
- **Pre-Order:** Attendees can pre-order their copy of Ina Garten’s memoir, "Be Ready When the Luck Happens."
- **Book Details:** The memoir promises to be an intimate, entertaining, and inspiring account of Ina Garten's life and career, offering readers a seat at her table.

**Get Your Tickets:**
Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from one of the most beloved figures in the culinary world. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable evening with Ina Garten.

**Note:** For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the Auditorium Theatre's official website or Ticketmaster.com.

An Evening Conversation with Ina Garten

Experience the timeless brilliance of Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. This masterful opera, set in the opulent castle of Count Almaviva, delves into the intricate dynamics of human relationships. The plot revolves around the clever servants, Figaro and Susanna, who scheme to outwit their capricious employer, with the support of the Count's long-suffering wife, the Countess. Adding to the intrigue is Cherubino, opera's most endearing pageboy. This production, directed by the renowned Barbara Gaines, promises an exhilarating experience, enhanced by the dynamic conducting of Erina Yashima in her Lyric debut. The opera, sung in Italian with projected English titles, features a stellar cast of internationally acclaimed artists, including Ying Fang as Susanna, Federica Lombardi as Countess Almaviva, and Gordon Bintner as Count Almaviva. The performance is enriched by the creative contributions of set designer Jim Noone, costume designer Susan Mickey, and lighting designer Robert Wierzel. With a running time of three hours and thirty minutes, including one intermission, this production offers a profound and engaging exploration of love, deception, and redemption, all set to Mozart's unforgettable score.

The Marriage of Figaro

Lyric Opera House

Swan Lake is the quintessential ballet score — a resplendent fable of dreamlike transformation. Tchaikovsky’s ballet suite caps a program of musical storytelling that includes Gubaidulina’s whimsical Fairytale Poem and Adams’ brightly colored Slonimsky’s Earbox. Vilde Frang makes her instrument sing and soar in Stravinsky’s neoclassical Violin Concerto.

Tchaikovsky Swan Lake

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Wheaton College

Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious production based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club.

Dog Man: The Musical

Fine Arts Building Chicago

Experience the powerful and poignant opera "Blue," co-produced by Lyric Opera of Chicago, The Glimmerglass Festival, and Washington National Opera. This compelling narrative delves into the life of a Black middle-class family in Harlem, whose aspirations for their teenage son are tragically disrupted when he is shot by a white police officer. The opera features the evocative music of Tony-winning composer Jeanine Tesori, paired with a deeply sensitive libretto by Tazewell Thompson. The production stars the formidable bass Kenneth Kellogg, who has garnered acclaim in previous performances of this work, alongside mezzo-soprano Zoie Reams and baritone Norman Garrett. Sung in English with projected English titles, "Blue" is a moving exploration of contemporary social issues, brought to life through a combination of powerful vocals and dramatic storytelling. The production also includes accessible features such as ASL interpretation, audio-described performances, and touch tours, ensuring an inclusive experience for all audience members.

Blue

Embark on an unparalleled journey into the heart of Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece, "The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark," as legendary director Robert Lepage and the acclaimed dancer/choreographer Guillaume Côté reunite in a spellbinding collaboration. Following the resounding success of their previous triumph, “Frame by Frame,” these two visionary artists have once again joined forces to bring you an extraordinary rendition of Hamlet like never before.

The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark

On his eleventh studio album, Transmissions, singer-songwriter Amos Lee continues to expand his sonic range while sharpening his closely observed lyrics that squarely address death, aging, and love. The force behind such acclaimed albums as Mission Bell and Mountains of Sorrow, Rivers of Song, ever since his gold-selling 2005 debut Lee has been known for his association with a long list of collaborators and touring partners, from Paul Simon to Zac Brown Band.

Amos Lee with the Chicago Philharmonic

Launching his tenure as the CSO’s Artist-in-Residence, Daniil Trifonov shows why he’s “arguably the mightiest of the under-40 generation of superstar pianists” (The New York Times). Trifonov’s virtuosity is given free rein in Tchaikovsky’s spellbinding works, the brooding, poetic waltzes of Chopin and the propulsive brilliance of Barber’s Sonata.

Daniil Trifonov

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack continue their groundbreaking and much beloved symphony collaborations. Each night the performances will feature a completely unique set featuring hits from the expansive Grateful Dead catalogue, Weir’s solo albums and beloved covers. Orchestration is provided by the Chicago Philharmonic.

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack with the Chicago Philharmonic

At the start of the Great Recession in September 2008, Petra's Recession Seven, an authentic Chicago-style jazz band was born at Chicago's legendary Green Mill. The seven piece ensemble is led by Petra van Nuis, a vocalist praised by the Chicago Tribune for her "interpretive savvy...light-and-silvery vocals and, better still, saucy manner of delivery that emphasizes the art of the double entendre."

Petra's Recession Seven

Jazz Showcase

In 1947, Elizabeth Bishop and Robert Lowell’s first letters sparked a friendship that spanned 30 years, crossing continents and filling countless pages. Their correspondence, a blend of poetry and personal musings, became the anchor of their tumultuous lives. Despite rare meetings, their connection transcended the bounds of a traditional love story, evolving into a profound friendship.

Dear Elizabeth

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company

Enjoy the outstanding musical artistry of Camerata Chicago and its wonderful choir performing the Messiah (Part I – Christmas) by Handel with the Hallalujah Chorus and Zadok the Priest. At the heart of our elite choir are some of the top choristers in Chicago.

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The Marriage of Figaro

Lyric Opera of Chicago

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra

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Fine Arts Building Chicago

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Auditorium Theatre

Petra's Recession Seven

Jazz Showcase

Dear Elizabeth

Remy Bumppo Theatre Company

The Messiah by Handel

Camerata Chicago